Excalibur: The Legend of King Arthur

The epic tale of Arthur's quest for justice and destiny

Tony Lee author Sam Hart illustrator

Format:Paperback

Publisher:Walker Books Ltd

Published:3rd Mar '11

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In a world ruled by tyranny, Arthur must reclaim his birthright by drawing Caliburn from the stone, facing betrayal and family conflict along the way.

Before the tragic murder of Uther Pendragon at the hands of the nefarious Ulric, Uther made a fateful decision. He plunged his legendary sword, Caliburn, into a rock, ensuring that only a man of true heart could wield it. This act set the stage for a tumultuous era, as Ulric seized the throne of Britain, casting a shadow of terror over the land. Excalibur: The Legend of King Arthur intricately weaves themes of love, betrayal, forgiveness, and hope, revealing the enigmatic past of King Arthur while hinting at the uncertainties of his future.

As the war-torn land of Albion suffers under Ulric's tyrannical rule, the people yearn for a savior. Arthur, the rightful heir and son of Uther, emerges as their last hope. Now of age, he is destined to fulfill a long-standing prophecy. The key to reclaiming his birthright lies in freeing Caliburn from its rocky prison on Stone Hill. Yet, as Arthur embarks on this daunting quest, he faces formidable challenges, including the vengeful ambitions of his half-sister Morgana and the potential treachery of those he holds dear.

Excalibur: The Legend of King Arthur is a captivating narrative that explores the complexities of destiny and the burdens of leadership. As Arthur navigates the treacherous waters of his legacy, readers are drawn into a visually stunning portrayal of a legendary hero's journey, where every decision could lead to triumph or tragedy.

Visually striking portrait of the heroic legend. Brilliantly retold by author Tony Lee and imaginatively captured by illustrator Sam Hart, this is not to be missed! * Wordsmith *
"Hart captures it all with intense, shadow- and light-filled artwork, bringing an exciting, gritty visualisation to the book's balance of gruff romance, and loads of sword-swinging action. * Booklist *

ISBN: 9781406321593

Dimensions: 266mm x 170mm x 9mm

Weight: 455g

160 pages